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Hoist and Winch Operators Salary in Oregon
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hoist and Winch Operators make in Oregon?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$55,880
Median Annual Salary
▲
+0.3% vs 2024
$59,690
Mean Salary
$55,880
Median Salary
$26.87
Hourly Rate
70 people work as Hoist and Winch Operators in Oregon
Hoist and Winch Operators salary by percentile in Oregon
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hoist and Winch Operators in Oregon earn a median salary of $55,880 per year ($4,656/month).
This is 6.1% below the national average of $59,496.
Oregon ranks #7 out of 16 states for Hoist and Winch Operators pay.
Approximately 70 people work in this occupation across Oregon.
Salaries increased by 0.3% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Hoist and Winch Operators
Operate or tend hoists or winches to lift and pull loads using power-operated cable equipment.
Top Skills
Critical Thinking
3.75
Monitoring
3.62
Operations Monitoring
3.62
Time Management
3.5
Active Listening
3.38
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
3.09
Customer and Personal Service
2.88
English Language
2.63
Public Safety and Security
2.61
Transportation
2.57
Typical Education: Less than a High School Diploma
(26.7% of workers)
Salaries for Hoist and Winch Operators in Oregon range from $40,130 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $72,660 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $50,520 and $68,890.
Median $55,880
P10: $40,130P25: $50,520P75: $68,890P90: $72,660
10th
$40,130
25th
$50,520
Median
$55,880
75th
$68,890
90th
$72,660
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$40,130
$19.29
$3,344
25th Percentile
$50,520
$24.29
$4,210
Median (50th)
$55,880
$26.87
$4,656
75th Percentile
$68,890
$33.12
$5,740
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$72,660
$34.93
$6,055
Note: The mean (average) salary of $59,690 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Hoist and Winch Operators make in Oregon?
The median annual salary for Hoist and Winch Operators in Oregon is $55,880 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $59,690.
What is the salary range for a Hoist and Winch Operators in Oregon?
Salaries for Hoist and Winch Operators in Oregon range from $40,130 at the 10th percentile to $72,660 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $50,520 and $68,890.
What is the starting salary for a Hoist and Winch Operators in Oregon?
Entry-level Hoist and Winch Operators positions in Oregon typically start around $40,130 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $50,520 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hoist and Winch Operators in Oregon?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 70 people are employed as Hoist and Winch Operators in Oregon.
What is the hourly rate for a Hoist and Winch Operators in Oregon?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hoist and Winch Operators in Oregon is approximately $26.87 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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